The composer himself wrote off his second opera. In this OHP semi-staging, there are sumptuous musical moments but the major plot problems are baked...

Directed by the Brit, Edward Dick, this staging of Giacomo Puccini’s much-beloved opera Tosca is from the UK company Opera North. First staged in...

Jaroslav Březina is characterful in the title role for this new studio recording, heading an excellent cast and orchestra who know this music inside...

Artistic director of Birmingham production of The Flying Dutchman says he hopes to inspire more people to get involved

Katlego Sekhu The 2024 BET Awards were a memorable evening, celebrating the best in culture and achievements in the Black community worldwide. South...

There is much fun and a first-class cast in David McVicar’s sparkling Handel revival; Mozart’s partner-swap opera soars with exuberant solos; and...

OPINION: The comic is not done with living yet, nor has he lost his sense of humour.

A shapeless staging and knockabout jokes detract from the emotional heft of this tale of thwarted love

A shapeless staging and knockabout jokes detract from the emotional heft of this tale of thwarted love

Backstage with Opera Australia’s brand new production of Puccini’s Il Trittico, ahead of its world premiere at the Sydney Opera House.